[BA] International League #4: Jason Kubel
4. JASON KUBEL, of, Rochester Red Wings (Twins)
Age: 22 Ht: 5-11 Wt: 190 B-T: L-R Drafted/Signed: Twins '00 (12)
AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB CS AVG OBP SLG
350 71 120 28 0 16 71 34 40 16 3 .343 .398 .560
As if the Twins hadn't already developed more than their share of big league
outfielders, Kubel took a major step forward in 2004. He always had hit for
average, but produced a disappointing five homers and 29 extra-base hits in
high Class A last year. He upped those numbers to 22 and 68 this season while
batting .352 between Double-A and Triple-A.
Kubel, the IL batting champ at .343, utilizes a quick stroke with good leverage
and opposite-field pop. He has started to show more than gap power while
continuing to do a masterful job of controlling the strike zone. He had nearly
as many walks (53) as strikeouts (59) in the minors this year, extending a
career-long trend.
His lack of speed hinders him on the bases and in the outfield. He has the arm
strength to play right field, though his limited range could push him to left.
"I like his approach at the plate," an American League scout said. "He doesn't
try to do too much in any situation. He doesn't strike out a lot for a power
guy, and will take the walk or the pitch the other way when it's there."
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